Tactical Fitness: What Type of Rucksack Should You Get for Training? A future service member asks Stew Smith, Military.com's tactical fitness expert, about the best rucksacks with which to train...
Ask Stew: How to Train Properly for Tactical Professions Where some special-ops candidates fail is that they don't drop the heavy weights and switch to higher-rep calisthenics to...
Army Basic Training PFT The Army's basic training physical fitness test is a three-event physical performance test used to assess endurance.
The Importance of Training Before You Enter the Military Here is a list of just a few of the many former military officers and enlisted who train civilians to lose weight and prepare...
How to Master Obstacle Courses Many pre-military and law enforcement recruits preparing for training programs often don't have an obstacle course available...
How Recruits Can Build Core Fitness Many combat veterans reportedly are adding sprints, agility drills and core exercises to build a better-equipped combat...
Ask Stew: Unprepared but Athletic Some rush headfirst into challenging programs without much thought as to what they really are getting into, while others...
Tactical Fitness and Special Ops Training Learn which training methods would be most useful for passing Special Ops fitness tests.
How to Prepare Yourself for Boot Camp Why show up at your boot camp or a service academy unprepared for the physical fitness test?
Here's How You Should Train for Boot Camp What do I need to do to prepare for boot camp? This article will be a one-stop shop for people to find links on boot-camp...
A Special Take on the 'Brick': the Bike-Run Workout Progression Here is a special take on the BRICK that involves a 10-minute bike and a one-mile run, followed by five minutes of stretching...
Ask Stew: What Should I Look for to Avoid Running Injuries? Starting a running plan is often a risky journey as many will start out doing too much, too soon.
When, Why and How to Change Up Your Workout Routine If you struggle to improve in physical strength, endurance and fitness testing events, consider adding something new and...
What Is the 'Best' Navy PST Workout? If you really need help with the PST, you need to get used to working out after swimming.
Ask Stew: What High School Sports Will Help Me Prepare for the Military? A long-term goal can influence current decisions as you prepare for a future challenge.
